Networking+&+netiquette

toc = **Introduction to PLN's: Challenge 4** = Use the readings and videos below to support your point in the discussion forum
 * In your opinion, what are the three most important netiquette rules? **

**Networking**
Networking is a way of increasing the number of individuals you can reach out to for help, support, ideas, and feedback. You can use all of the tools in your PLN to connect with educators worldwide. However, networking is not just about having 500 "friends," it's about building relationships with the individuals you connect with.

Here are some tips that will help you excel in networking:
 * **Learn more about individuals** before you connect with them (read multiple tweets/blog posts or visit their website)
 * When you send a "friend" or "colleague" request, **write a little bit about yourself** and why you are interesting in connecting with the individual (i.e., "Hi, I'm a 6th grade teacher in California. I've really enjoyed reading your blog posts and I would like to keep in touch.")
 * If you find an article/resource/tip that one of your contacts might like, **share** it with them ("I read on your blog that you were interested in learning about using Google in your classroom. Here's a cool website I found, that you might be interested in.")
 * **Be a connector** (connect two of your contacts with each other through a short email)
 * **Follow-up** with the individuals you connect with.

Netiquette
Netiquette means understanding the proper way to interact in online networks. Participating in a social media site is not just about promoting yourself or constantly asking for help. It's important that you respond to others by answering their questions or commenting on their posts ("Great post. I love how you detailed step-by-step instructions for flipping the classroom."). Read the **Ultimate Social Media Etiquette Handbook**.

//**You need to think before you post.**// This may seem obvious, but you would be surprised how many people have been fired for posting an angry or offensive comment about their workplace on a social media site. Your posts should be professional (i.e., no ranting about a student or making fun of students). And anything that is posted online is hard to delete, so look over your posts from the point of view of a student/parent/colleague/administrator before hitting the "publish" button.

Networking & Netiquette Media

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Reading/Additional Sites

 * 15 Essential Netiquette Guidelines to Share with Your Students
 * Personal Learning Networks for Educators: 10 Tips
 * 15 Best Practices for Using Twitter
 * 5 Tips for Improving Your Social Netiquette
 * Netiquette (Internet Etiquette)
 * Five Tips for Better Online Networking
 * 15 Rules of Etiquette You Should Know Before Networking Online
 * 5 Powerful Rules for Online Networking

Discussion Forum
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